No Registration Needed

Cub Scout Pinewood Derby Race winners from the Crossroads and Pine Hill Districts will compete against each other to determine who the fastest racers will be. 

Race day is March 8th at 12:00 noon at Center Court of the Deptford Mall. 

In order to race, each car must be brought in person to a Check-In.  

Main check-in  will be March 1st.  Supplemental check in will be March 6th.

Cars will be checked in and assigned a race car number.  Cars will then need to pass an inspection to determine elligibility.  If the car passes, it wil wrapped and boxed for transport to race day.  If the car fails inspection, you will be able to make any repairs/adjustments to the car.  Tools and staff will be available to guide you in this process.  STAFF WILL NOT BE MAKING ADJUSTMENTS TO ANY CARS.  You will need to have a parent or a representative who can do repairs there.

Fee is $5.00 per car.  Packs can send up to 6 of their fastest cars to be raced.  Payment can be made online by clicking on the REGISTER button and following the prompts.  Payment can also be made at the mandatory check-ins.

Click below to view the Weigh-in Regulations

Crossroads & Pine Hill District
Pinewood Derby Rules
1. All cars must pass inspection to qualify for the race. The inspection points are as
follows:
a. The car must have been made during the current year (the year in which the
derby is held).
b. The width of the car shall not exceed 23/4 inches.
c. The length of the car shall not exceed 7 inches.
d. The weight of the car shall not exceed 5 ounces.
e. Axles, wheels and body wood shall be as provided in the kit. Only official
BSA wheels are acceptable.
f. Wheel bearings, washers and bushings are prohibited.
g. The car shall not ride on any kind or type of springs.
h. Any details added must be within length, width, and weight limits.
i. The car must be freewheeling, with no starting devices.
j. No loose materials of any kind (such as lead shot) are allowed in the car.
k. The official number must be clearly marked or visible on both sides of the
car.
2. Each heat will be announced. Drivers will report to the starting line and place their
cars on the track. All other people must remain behind the barrier.
3. The starter will make sure the cars are on the track properly and then will start the
race.
From the Cub Scout Grand Prix Pinewood Derby Guidebook
Additional District Regulations:
1. All 4 wheels of car must be touching the track.
2. Cars are surrendered to the racing committee at weigh-in/registration. Any
adjustments to vehicles must be made prior to registration.

Contact info - Elena Sneathen, Crossroads District Executive - elena.sneathen@scouting.org